Summer 2027 Internship - Hydrocarbons

Atwell Internships; Atwell (NY); On-site; USD 26,000 - 37,000; Part time

Job summary

Atwell is offering a mechanical engineering internship in New York to support senior engineers on pipeline and facility design projects. You will assist with drawings, technical documents, and calculations, while gaining exposure to regulatory research and field data collection.

The role emphasizes independence and teamwork, with a pay rate of $19–$27 per hour and use of AutoCAD or MicroStation; familiarity with Microsoft 365 is expected.

Qualifications

• Pursuing a Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering.
• Interest in oil and gas facility/pipeline design.
• Familiarity with AutoCAD or MicroStation preferred.
• Strong communication and organizational skills.
• Able to work independently and in a team.
• Proficiency with Microsoft 365 (Excel, Word, Outlook, Teams).

Responsibilities

• Support senior mechanical engineers on pipeline and facility design projects, focusing on layout, mechanical systems, and equipment integration
• Assist in drafting and modifying mechanical drawings and technical documents using AutoCAD and/or MicroStation
• Help prepare engineering reports, material take-offs, cost estimates, and basic technical calculations
• Conduct research on regulatory requirements, codes, and standards related to mechanical systems in oil and gas applications
• Participate in field site visits, gathering data for design validation and as-built updates
• Contribute to the development of construction documents, such as equipment specifications, installation drawings, and permit support packages
• Collaborate with the project team to maintain schedule, quality, and project documentation standards

Skills

Communication skills

Organization

Problem solving

Teamwork

Independent work

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering (in progress)

Tools

AutoCAD

MicroStation

Microsoft 365

Job description

• Support senior mechanical engineers on pipeline and facility design projects, focusing on layout, mechanical systems, and equipment integration
• Assist in drafting and modifying mechanical drawings and technical documents using AutoCAD and/or MicroStation
• Help prepare engineering reports, material take-offs, cost estimates, and basic technical calculations
• Conduct research on regulatory requirements, codes, and standards related to mechanical systems in oil and gas applications
• Participate in field site visits, gathering data for design validation and as-built updates
• Contribute to the development of construction documents, such as equipment specifications, installation drawings, and permit support packages
• Collaborate with the project team to maintain schedule, quality, and project documentation standards

Qualifications:

• Currently pursuing a Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering from an accredited university
• Strong interest in oil and gas facility/pipeline design and mechanical systems
• Familiarity or hands‑on experience with AutoCAD and/or MicroStation preferred
• Excellent communication, organization, and problem‑solving skills
• Ability to work both independently and as part of a team
• Proficiency in Microsoft 365 tools (Excel, Word, Outlook, Teams)

Our standard intern pay rates range from $19-$27 per hour. #LI-MM1

Why Atwell?

Atwell, LLC is a national consulting, engineering, and construction services firm with more than 75 offices throughout the country. We deliver a broad range of strategic and creative solutions in the energy – power, energy – hydrocarbons, and real estate and land development markets. Our comprehensive turnkey services include land and right‑of‑way support, engineering, land surveying, environmental compliance and permitting, GIS and mapping, planning, landscape architecture, and project and program management.

To us, finding the right cultural fit is just as important as finding the right technical fit. We hire self‑motivated, client‑focused team members who possess an entrepreneurial mindset and exhibit persistence and follow‑through on commitments and deadlines. From implementing the most innovative technology to expanding our services, market reach, and organizational opportunities, we are always looking for ways to grow our company inside and out. We are proud to be ranked ENR #70 in the Top 500 Design Firms, and named "Best Places to Work" for Ten consecutive years according to Zweig Group.

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